Dubai, a casket of shopping paradise is reserved to make your holidays special in winter. It is all set to welcome you in a series of events, festivals and bashes. Lets start your journey with a preview of things waiting to explore in January. At the beginning of the New Year 2012, Dubai lays down a red carpet to all interested in shopping, eating. Get totally intermix in the festive mood where a blow of bustling textile, spice souks (traditional markets), the renowned gold Souks with over 400 jewellery shops, two electronic markets and over 25 world-class shopping malls will carry away in the world of the Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF).

The shopping festival started in February 1996 by the Dubai government, is also known as 'Layali Dubai', which is aimed to encourage trade in the city. Within a few years, the Dubai Shopping Festival developed into an annual shopping, cultural and entertainment event, which is ready to greet tourists all over the world.

The festival which lasts for a month, is a big platform promoting tourism as well. With its amazing aura, the Dubai Shopping Festival proves its slogan ‘One Family. One World. One Festival.’

DSF offers a life full of fun with thematic occasions such as family – children’s events, international fashion shows, street side performances, fireworks, musical shows, film festivals, and numerous cultural events. This event reflects the emirate’s cosmopolitan character. Make sure to visit Dubai and get benefited with superb discounts, prizes and many more.

Checkout some products such as alcohol, lingerie, shoes, electronic goods, home appliances, clothes, perfumes, cars and kids items that are available at the Dubai Shopping Festival. Catch amazing fireworks around Dubai creek organised everyday during the festival. Book flights to Dubai and hotels in Dubai right away. Get totally engaged in the Dubai Shopping Festival between 5th January 2012 and 5th February 2012. Make your winter vacation memorable in upcoming 2012.